海角在线 (海角在线) kicked off the 2026-2027 academic year by welcoming new and returning students and their families, to campus for Welcome Weekend, August 20 to 23, 2026. From the excitement of move-in day, to meeting new classmates, worship, friendly competitive games, fellowship and more opportunities to connect with the 海角在线 community, the weekend, marked for some, a new beginning and for others, another year of learning and growth in a Christ-first environment.
Parents and students had opportunities to meet and greet professors, deans, University leaders, and make new friends, throughout the weekend at various gatherings. The weekend culminated on Sunday with a 海角在线 tradition of Foot washing. Following Jesus鈥� humble example towards his disciples, 海角在线 executive leaders and other staff begin the semester with this simple act of service for incoming students, setting the tone for the new year.
Students shared their hope for what is ahead.
Xitclahli Arellano is a Junior, Major: Marketing 聽
“I am excited to return for my junior year because on campus there are a lot of opportunities to meet new people,鈥� said Arellano, now a junior. 鈥淚 am from Illinois, so being this far from home has stretched me and grown me. I continue to learn more about myself through being on campus and a part of life here at 海角在线!”
David Amaya is a Freshman, Major: Accounting
“I am happy to start college here at 海角在线,鈥� said Amaya. “I like that it is a Christian University, and I like the location, by the beach, too. I am looking forward to meeting new people and growing in every area, especially in knowledge and putting what I learn into practice.”
Cross Gibson is a Transfer Student, Major: Applied Sports Performance
鈥淚 am excited about having a better education and having a life-changing experience while attending 海角在线,鈥� Gibson shared. “I am also excited for this area of study because I love helping people with their health and wellness. I am also excited to be in this environment, on 海角在线’s campus. I know this will be a growing experience.鈥�
Parents who had accompanied their children, some of them 海角在线 alumni themselves, shared their anticipation.
John and Carolyn Andrews, and Daughter, Hannah is a freshman.
鈥満＝窃谙� gave us the best education possible,鈥� John Andrews explained as he elaborated on why the family chose 海角在线. 鈥淚 graduated from the Rinker School of Business in the 90s, and it provided a great foundation for my career, I would also say it catapulted our spiritual walk with the Lord and all the ministry we have done. Today, my wife and I get the privilege of running an organization that strengthens families and gives them an opportunity to reinforce their relationships with one another. And our passion grew tremendously here at 海角在线, which is one reason we are thrilled our daughter chose this University as part of her own journey.鈥�
The sentiment was similar for Daniel and Lisa Baeza, whose daughter Sophie is a freshman.
鈥淲e love that 海角在线 is a Christ-centered university. That made it an easy choice for us to get behind,鈥� Lisa Baeza shared. 鈥淥ur daughter Sophie鈥痠s going into the nursing program. We love the supportive environment 海角在线 and the Nursing school have cultivated. We know she is in good hands here. We are excited to see her grow as a student, as a leader, and in her faith…We can’t wait to see who she will become because of her time here at 海角在线.鈥�
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